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I'm not against pressure testing so much as thinking about 'what then' questions. Murf and Oneace make good 'how to' comments. I think I drew too fine a distinction in an earlier comment. There are no components down-stream of a dead-ended gauge except through a relief valve.

For pressure testing, I'd add that a quick-connect on the gauge would enable it to be plugged into the work ports although it'd be good to shut down the tractor and relieve the pressure after taking a reading. To test the cylinders, the gauge is connected on the low-pressure side of the cylinder. The low and high-pressure sides swap depending on the direction a valve is operated. If there's doubt as to which is the high-pressure hose, a hose can be grabbed beforehand and the loader operated. The pressure hose should stiffen.

I wonder if there's a chance that some quick-connect lines were disconnected each time the relief valve was cleaned and then the loader worked better for awhile. If so, then maybe a quick-connect is the problem.

I am frustrated with my loader and need advice
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 37 Post by TomG

I think that it is time to find out how your local dealer will react to your tractor. I don't think it will hurt to much.

Please help Steering Probelm
New Holland Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Art White

You are about right with the speeds unfortuantely the cut of the deck in second wasn't very good compared to first as it was getting to fast for it normally. The older ones were a little short on horsepower but they sure did run good. I guess to cut for ten years a 400 dollars a year investment isn't really to far out of line for the acreage mowed as the machine was not new when you got it. I like to think that if you can't mow in less time with a newer machine it really makes it hard to justify the purchase.

Cub LowBoy 154
Antique Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Art White

You might blow a seal or have some other form of leakage from overfilling. The best policy is to relax all of the hydraulics and make sure you are on a TOTALLY level surface when adding hydro oil. If you put too much in, use a turkey baster to suck some back out. A little fluid makes a huge difference on the dipstick. Then run the machine and cycle all the hydro circuits. Bring it back into the garage and recheck the oil level. That should be it, except for an occational spot check between service intervals.

Too Much Hydro Oil
Kubota Tractors
Replies 13 Post by jarndt

Murf - will the salt or vinegar harm the diaphram in my solo backpack sprayer? Last year I used bleach in it & it ate right threw the diaphram. What a time consumer it was changing it. I came close to throwing it in on the " for parts only" rack. Now a days I am carefull about what I put in there.

controlling grass along fencing
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 50 Post by grassgod

It sounds generally like normal operation for many loaders that a lack fast dump feature when they are dumping heavy loads at low engine rpm.

My loader does the same except I haven't noticed any curl back. I can see curl-back happening with a fairly deep bucket where the front of the load dumps first and the remainder is in the back of the bucket. You might try dumping at higher engine rpm's.

pain in the bucket
Kubota Tractors
Replies 8 Post by TomG

Good pionts.

John Deere vs Kubota Compact Tractors
John Deere Tractors
Replies 36 Post by grassgod

Mark - what does the threaded rod mount or bolt too?

DRankin - I need your advise on wheel wieghts
Kubota Tractors
Replies 30 Post by grassgod

mowers huh....thats a subject I could discuss all day. When it comes to commercial mowers, been there, done that & still doing that, hundreds & hundreds of acres a week with my types & brands employing several men & managing several crews. However, this is a tractor thread. I like a clutch... I recommend searching threw old posts on tractor tranny's on this site. You can read pro's & con's of each type all day long & there are some very informative points to each. Have a great day!

L3130 FST versus HST
Kubota Tractors
Replies 31 Post by grassgod

Just tell the wife you need both-I got away with it.

I did, however, buy both of mine used and I enjoy rebuilding equipment. I had the tractor first and after seeing the prices for used loader attachments, I decided to get a used skid steer. The skid steer is designed for digging into undisturbed earth while the loader cannot. While I have not had either machine very long (less than one year), I think the tractor is more universal considering all the attachments available (I have 9 already). Good luck.

Tractor or Skid Steer
Operating and Attachments
Replies 16 Post by imtools

Rear hyd will not go down even with weight but they go up fine. reMOVED SEAT ASSEMBLY AND COVER ON HYD FOUND VALVE STICKING ON SHUT OFF FOR LIFT CYL. MOVED IT IN AND OUT A FEW TIMES, WORKS FINE BUT REAR ARMS STILL WONT LOWER. LOOSEND 8 BOLTS ON VALVE BODY TO RELEASE PRESSURE AND THEY LOWERED. RAISED AGAIN AND THEY WONT LOWER. COULD CHECK VALVE BE STICKING IN VALVE BODY. NEED INFO AND DIAGRAM ON REPAIR. DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE TO GET A REAL SERVICE MANUAL

hyd problem rear arms KAMA TS254C
Parts and Repair
Replies 3 Post by john eckstein

What is a reasonable price for a Ford 4000 with gas engine and 5' bushhog in good condition? I believe it's a late 1970's era....

Ford 4000 Value
Antique Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Novice

What's a fair price for a M-F 135, bare; a M-F 235, bare except rollbar and canopy, or a M-F 275 with front loader? What years were each of these made? I'm in the market for a tractor in the 30-45 HP range, and very new to the tractor market!!! Thanks in advance!

M-F 135 235 or 275
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Novice

Can you give a range? I'm going to look at one soon, and was looking for a ballpark figure....they're ascking $7500....It has a rollbar and canopy (?original???)

Massey Ferguson 235
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 4 Post by Novice

I stopped by and looked at Greg's KAMA a couple months ago and I was impressed. I have been driving tractors for 48 years and my last one was a Zetor. Greg's tractor really is sharp, not at all like what I was expecting based on what I had heard about "China" tractors. Now the car's are starting to come in from China as well. It is clear China factories are serious about the US market and the look and feel of the newer tractors shows that they are listening to the customers. I remember being about 12 and I saw a Ford that looked interesting so I asked my dad about it and he say, "Ahh that is one of them "English" Ford's and not as good as a regular Ford." If you will surf the web concerning AG practices in other parts of the world you will see China built tractors in many places outside of China.

KAMA and Tai Shan Tractors
Jinma Farmpro Agracat Nortrac
Replies 50 Post by GaleHawkins

KW, trying to find out loader specs on your 430 loader so I can compare it to my loader. Spoke to Borgford grapple and I like the grapple but am concerned with the weight on the BG5. So if you could get me or direct me where to go to find out the lift capacities on your loader, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for your help.

430 loader specs question for KW
John Deere Tractors
Replies 12 Post by WPHill

Probably $3,800.00 to $4,200.00 for a new one.

LA 723 fel price
Kubota Tractors
Replies 4 Post by WPHill

Update. I went by the dealer and acquired the "circuit breaker kit" that was recommended. Basically, the package is a small tin can (about twice as thick as a standard plastic fuse link package) that plugs easily in the socket where the 10 Amp fuse used to live. I used tractor a lot this weekend, many shutdowns and startups were required because on the safety interlock in the seat. Everything seemed to operate normal. If this is the fix, Personally, I think the vendor should take responsibility for this problem and officially issue an engineering change order to address this issue; otherwise, anyone who alters the stardard configuration of the TC33D's electrical system is essentially assuming responsibility if something is damaged or gets too hot and catches on fire.

Anyway, here are the details on the circuit breaker:
Part Vendor - Standard (automotive parts)
Part # - BR310
Component info - 12V 10A 282
Component description - Red tin package with fuse link leads. No external reset.
My cost - $12.00

TC 33D Blowing Fuses
New Holland Tractors
Replies 47 Post by chipaz

Has anyone used a box scraper with scarifiers to take out sod? I have some wild grass that has grown on clay soil that I would like to take out and re-seed. I've got an area about 50'X 150' to take out. The sod is not worth saving. Is there a better implement for sod removal? Thanks, Brian

Box Scaper to take out sod
Garden and Landscape
Replies 2 Post by bvance

you are very right, when I get the 4110 home I will want to put it to work so the next few days I could be reading up. The garage thing is not promblem becasue it is a 1 car and will fit my tractor, wife is already on the street so to speak. The only deal is I have to buy a new sofa and carpet for the house and take her to dinner but I think I am ahead of the game with this deal.
Roger.

how do kill time waiting for 4110
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by rogerhan